Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients usually have a well-defined schedule for their monthly payments, but this December there will be an important exception for United States citizens. Instead of getting their usual payment in December, SSI recipients will get a double payment in November. This adjustment is due to how the payment schedule falls and is standard practice for Social Security in certain years.
While this change may cause confusion, it is important for recipients to be prepared for the double payment in November. It’s easy to learn all the details of this change and what you should do to make sure you get your payment on time.
Why won’t there be an SSI payment in December and how does the double payment work in November?
The SSI payment schedule is affected in years when December 1 falls on a Friday. In those cases, the December payment is advanced to November, resulting in what is known as a double payment. This adjustment does not mean that beneficiaries will get more money, but rather that they will get the December amount along with the November amount in a single transaction.
Payment dates for November:
- November 1 payment: Regular November payment.
- November 29th payment: December payment.
It is important that all beneficiaries are aware of this change and prepare to get their payment in advance. If you have questions about how your payment will be distributed, we recommend that you check your account online or contact Social Security to confirm any details.
How can you ensure there are no problems with the double payment?
To avoid delays or problems with the distribution of your double payment, make sure your information is completely up-to-date in the Social Security database. If you have changed your bank account or address, update this information as soon as possible to avoid any problems with the deposit.
Also, if you prefer to get your SSI payment through direct deposit, verify that your bank account is active and in good standing. If you do not get your payment on the corresponding dates, the first thing you should do is check your online account to verify that there are no problems with the system. If in doubt, contact Social Security directly to resolve any problems quickly.